US food group CH Guenther & Son has bought Canadian flour-tortilla producer Les Aliments Mejicano.
Announcing the deal in a statement yesterday (8 April), CH Guenther said the acquisition further expands its tortilla manufacturing and distribution capabilities, “strengthening its ability” to supply foodservice and retail customers across North America.
Its president and CEO Rod Hepponstall said: “This is an exciting step forward for CHG as we continue to invest in high-growth, high-demand categories.
“Mejicano brings exceptional manufacturing capabilities, strong customer relationships and a reputation for quality that aligns perfectly with our values. Together, we are even better positioned to deliver innovative, premium products and service to our customers.”
Mejicano Foods, led by brothers Philippe and Pascal Gadoua, is based near Montreal, Quebec. The company’s production sites are located in Anjou and St. Hubert in the Greater Montreal area, CH Guenther confirmed.
The business has operated for around 30 years and supplies flour tortillas, primarily across Canada, to foodservice and retail customers, including in private label.
According to its website, Mejicano produces wheat flour tortillas including regular and whole-wheat products, alongside flavoured varieties such as multigrain and tomato & basil. It also markets vegan products.
CH Guenther told Just Food that around 80 Les Aliments Mejicano employees will join the company as part of the deal, taking its headcount to about 5,500.
The company declined to provide financial details of the transaction nor the annual sales for Les Aliments Mejicano.
Commenting on the tie-up, the Gadoua brothers said in the statement: “CHG shares our deep commitment to quality, innovation and customer partnership.
“This combination creates new opportunities for our team and customers alike, allowing us to expand our reach while continuing to deliver the products and service our partners rely on. We are excited about what we will accomplish together.”
CH Guenther is owned by investment firm PPC alongside management and co-investors. The company operates 30 manufacturing sites across the US, Canada and Western Europe.
Its portfolio includes Pioneer flour, gravy mixes and biscuit mixes, White Wings flour and tortilla mixes, and Sun-Bird seasoning mixes, among others.
The purchase of Mejicano follows CH Guenther’s acquisition of US tortilla manufacturer Fresca Mexican Foods last year.
In 2022, the company bought bakery business Baldinger-Sons, a family-owned group with operations in the US Midwest and Canada.
